1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 818 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
